Mission-Driven Plumber/Pipefitter for Public Water Systems

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority; Winthrop (AR); On-site; USD 67,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority is seeking a skilled pipefitter/plumber to install, modify and repair piping systems and related equipment at Deer Island Maintenance in Winthrop, MA. The role involves reading plans, arranging routes, and performing maintenance and welding as needed.

The position requires a Journey Level qualification, a related apprenticeship and MA licensing. It is a full-time on-site role with a safety-first environment in a major public utility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a certified Journey Level pipefitter or plumber apprenticeship program with 4–6 years of related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.
• Massachusetts Class D Drivers License or equivalent.
• Massachusetts Journeyman Pipefitter or Plumber License required.
• Competency-based training in essential duties and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Installs, modifies and repairs piping systems and related equipment.
• Interprets plans from blueprints and sketches to lay out routing and elevations.
• Sets up routes, hangers, risers and pump connections with correct pitch and elevation.
• Selects stock/materials and tools per procedures.
• Perform field and shop piping work including cutting, bending, threading and fabrication.
• Conducts preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on piping systems and valves.
• Performs welding operations common to the trade.
• Operates safety procedures and MWRA policies.

Skills

Basic reading & writing

Safety knowledge

Operation of tools & equipment

Maximo & Lawson access

Confined Space Entry CPR First Aid

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman pipefitter or plumber apprenticeship

Massachusetts Journeyman Pipefitter or Plumber License

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Maximo

Lawson Database

Job description

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority is seeking a skilled pipefitter/plumber to install, modify and repair piping systems and related equipment at Deer Island Maintenance in Winthrop, MA. The role involves reading plans, arranging routes, and performing maintenance and welding as needed.

The position requires a Journey Level qualification, a related apprenticeship and MA licensing. It is a full-time on-site role with a safety-first environment in a major public utility.